34,927 observationsLeast Concern
Paper mulberry
Broussonetia papyrifera
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Magnoliopsida βΊOrder: Rosales βΊFamily: Moraceae βΊGenus: Broussonetia
About
The paper mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera, syn. Morus papyrifera L.) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to Asia, where its range includes China, Japan, Korea, Indochina, Burma, and India. It is widely cultivated elsewhere and it grows as an introduced species in parts of Europe, the United States, and Africa. Other common names include tapa cloth tree.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Paper mulberry is Broussonetia papyrifera.
- The Paper mulberry has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Paper mulberry belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Paper mulberry belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- Paper mulberry belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- Paper mulberry belongs to the order Rosales.
- Paper mulberry belongs to the family Moraceae.
- Paper mulberry belongs to the genus Broussonetia.